What are the pros and cons of 6 volt and 12 volt systems? Can a 6v be converted to a 12v? Will the wiring looms and hardware handle it? What trucks were 6 and what were 12 for 1955? Why did they switch on newer models? Anybody do a conversion but try to keep the truck looking all original? I know all of the crate motor guys and digital dash guys are all going to say how easy it was but I just want to keep this truck original with the 235 but if a 6v system is not going to let me drive every day, I want to look at switching it out somehow with other available parts from 1955 chevy. Kind of period correct but not for a museum. I just want to drive but keep what's on the truck mechanically 1955. Nothing fancy. Chrome alternators and flex fans with anodized goodie-goodies are for 1985 iroc's. Just keep it simple and have some fun for not so much money.